VP- HR Governance

Job description

VP – HR Governance

Salary: £90,000 – £110,000 + Bonus!

Contract: 12 months

Location: London (Hybrid working model)

Frazer Jones are seeking an experienced VP – HR Governance to join one of our well-known Financial Services clients on a 12-month contract. This role is pivotal in driving compliance, consistency, and excellence across HR governance processes throughout EMEA. If you have a strong background in HR compliance, contractual documentation, and strategic project delivery, we’d love to hear from you. We will also consider individuals coming from a paralegal background.

Role Responsibilities:

Contractual Documentation & Legal Support

• Own the development and continuous improvement of employment documentation across multiple jurisdictions.
• Partner with recruitment, benefits, and legal teams to ensure templates and contracts meet local regulations and global standards.

Onboarding & Offboarding Excellence

• Shape and oversee onboarding and offboarding processes to deliver a seamless experience while maintaining compliance across diverse regions.
• Provide hands-on support for senior-level onboarding and internal promotions.

Background Screening & Social Media Compliance

• Manage vendor relationships for background checks and ensure robust compliance standards.
• Drive the implementation of new screening processes, including social media checks, and resolve escalations promptly.

Governance & Policy Management

• Advise on compliance matters such as absence tracking and working time regulations across EMEA.
• Lead annual policy reviews, maintain governance trackers, and partner with legal and payroll teams to address complex reporting challenges.

Strategic HR Projects & Expansion

• Contribute to global HR initiatives, from developing SOPs for new office openings to leading headcount analysis projects.
• Support the rollout of governance frameworks and offer letter processes across the region.

Key Experience Required:

• Extensive experience in HR governance and compliance within an international setting, including legal drafting.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation and regulations across EMEA.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and deliver solutions across multiple jurisdictions.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Casual / Part Time Jobs

Published at

19-12-2025

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English